A few tips on how to start DJ-ing and how to be well known within the music industry.

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A few tips on how to start DJ-ing and how to be well known within the music industry.

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Being a DJ can be the ideal job as a DJ can lead to a well-paid and exciting lifestyle.

Being a DJ can be the ideal job as a DJ can lead to a well-paid and exciting lifestyle.

Creating a playlist for you and your friends to enjoy may seen like good practice, but playing music to hundreds of club goers on a nightly basis is very different.

Below I have provided 5 tips and advice on how to break into the industry and more importantly how to become a successful DJ.

Get practice It will always be terrifying playing to your first audience this is why practise is essential. Not just for soothing nerves but also for feedback. It is good to see what works, what songs work well together and if you set list is a hit. Don't spend time and energy working away on one set only for it to go down badly. Experiment and practise playing to as many people as you can, as they say practise does make perfect.

Spread your name Create flyers or business cards providing on what type of DJ you are, this will ensure your name becomes recognisable within the local industry. Don't be too ambitious and try to achieve world domination overnight, being successful in your local area will give you a strong base when trying to break bigger cities or areas. Create social media pages so friends and fans can see when your next gig is and importantly for them to leave feedback and to communicate with you.

Have the right accessories If a someone has paid for you to DJ at their event make sure you are a success with the crowd, don't in all circumstances turn up unprepared without the right accessories. Ask ahead so you know what accessories to bring with you such as leads, audio equipment and even stands for your turntables and mixers. Lighting can also improve any set giving the audience more of a live experience rather than just listening to the music being played. Always ask ahead of a gig to know what is required of you.

Have the right equipment It is always important to adopt the role of a DJ effectively for this to happen you need to have the rightdj equipment. Don't cut costs as bad quality products will sound bad and it is more likely to fall apart, which can be embarrassing when in the middle of a set. Having the best equipment will make the most of your performance and you can experiment more. I have met DJs in the past who have arrived to a gig with just an iPod, this does not look good and there is no skill in this type of "DJ-ing".

Play the right music If you are a young DJ trying to create a name for yourself in the industry, you are more likely to be successful if you are unique style and genre. Drum and Bass, garage and Dubstep Djs are emerging all over the region however if you DJ for events this type of music will be unsuitable. Always listen to requests aswell if they have paid for your set, you should always listen to the music they want playing, it could help for future gigs.

DJing is a difficult scene to break into and to have a successful career from, however it is achievable. It is always best to ensure you have the right equipment with you at all times and for you to know your music and genre.

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<h1>A few tips on how to start DJ-ing and how to be well known within the music industry.</h1> Author: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/profile_Johnny Harman.aspx'>Johnny Harman</a> Being a DJ can be the ideal job as a DJ can lead to a well-paid and exciting lifestyle.

Creating a playlist for you and your friends to enjoy may seen like good practice, but playing music to hundreds of club goers on a nightly basis is very different.

Below I have provided 5 tips and advice on how to break into the industry and more importantly how to become a successful DJ.

Get practice It will always be terrifying playing to your first audience this is why practise is essential. Not just for soothing nerves but also for feedback. It is good to see what works, what songs work well together and if you set list is a hit. Don't spend time and energy working away on one set only for it to go down badly. Experiment and practise playing to as many people as you can, as they say practise does make perfect.

Spread your name Create flyers or business cards providing on what type of DJ you are, this will ensure your name becomes recognisable within the local industry. Don't be too ambitious and try to achieve world domination overnight, being successful in your local area will give you a strong base when trying to break bigger cities or areas. Create social media pages so friends and fans can see when your next gig is and importantly for them to leave feedback and to communicate with you.

Have the right accessories If a someone has paid for you to DJ at their event make sure you are a success with the crowd, don't in all circumstances turn up unprepared without the right accessories. Ask ahead so you know what accessories to bring with you such as leads, audio equipment and even stands for your turntables and mixers. Lighting can also improve any set giving the audience more of a live experience rather than just listening to the music being played. Always ask ahead of a gig to know what is required of you.

Have the right equipment It is always important to adopt the role of a DJ effectively for this to happen you need to have the rightdj equipment. Don't cut costs as bad quality products will sound bad and it is more likely to fall apart, which can be embarrassing when in the middle of a set. Having the best equipment will make the most of your performance and you can experiment more. I have met DJs in the past who have arrived to a gig with just an iPod, this does not look good and there is no skill in this type of "DJ-ing".

Play the right music If you are a young DJ trying to create a name for yourself in the industry, you are more likely to be successful if you are unique style and genre. Drum and Bass, garage and Dubstep Djs are emerging all over the region however if you DJ for events this type of music will be unsuitable. Always listen to requests aswell if they have paid for your set, you should always listen to the music they want playing, it could help for future gigs.

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